Stouffville looks to lend helping hand through new webpage

Community Care Network connects people in need with those willing to offer assistance.

Yorkregion.com
April 17, 2020
Simon Martin

The Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville has launched the Stouffville Community Care Network.

The network is a webpage connecting those in need of help with those willing to offer assistance because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The town said there are vulnerable members of the community in self-isolation who are in need of assistance. From grocery store and pharmacy pickups to hot meal delivery or just a friendly phone chat, this webpage is intended to make connections through a safe and secure platform to other community members wanting to provide assistance.

“This new online tool personifies the spirit of generosity in our community," Mayor Iain Lovatt said. “We have received countless emails, messages and phone calls from people in our community who want to help in one way or another. This webpage connects residents in need of assistance safely and easily with those nearby who are willing to lend a hand.”

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance or willing to provide help to vulnerable residents, register your interest at www.townofws.ca/communitycarenetwork and our staff will work to connect you with someone nearby. If you do not have access to a computer, please call the Mayor's office at 905-640-1910 ext. 2227.

“This is how our community pulls together, puts their heads together and bring ideas to life to assist each other when help is needed most,” Lovatt said. “While we continue to face new challenges everyday with this pandemic, I want to thank you for your continuing support of your neighbours, our front-line workers and local business. We will get through this together.”

Lovatt added the town continues to rely on the recommendations of York Region’s Medical Officer of Health and encourages all residents to engage in good physical distancing protocols, continue to wash hands often and thoroughly and if you cough or sneeze, please do so into your elbow.